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Monaco doubles down on global childhood vaccination efforts
The Principality of Monaco has announced it will significantly increase its commitment to global childhood vaccination effort s, pledging to double its support for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, over the next five years. The declaration was made by...

Monaco’s future government thrown into uncertainty as Philippe Mettoux declines top job
The political situation in Monaco has taken another dramatic turn as Philippe Mettoux, the man chosen to lead the Principality’s government, has formally declined the role just days before he was due to take office. Mettoux, a senior French State...

Monaco strengthens Olympic ties with Senegal ahead of Dakar 2026
With less than two years until the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Monaco has reaffirmed its commitment to international sporting cooperation by hosting a delegation from the Senegalese Olympic Committee… The visit, which included an audience with...

What Barcelona Stand to Gain from Ansu Fati’s Loan to Monaco?
Rabat – Ansu Fati will join AS Monaco on loan from Barcelona for the 2025–26 season, with the French club holding a €11 million option to make the deal permanent. Before completing the move, the 22-year-old extended his contract with Barcelona...

Ansu Fati joins Monaco after signing new deal
Barcelona forward Ansu Fati has joined Monaco on a season-long loan ahead of the 2025-26 campaign, the Spanish club has confirmed. The LaLiga side also announced that Fati, 22, has extended his Barça contract until the end of the 2027-28 season....

Grimaldi Forum to unveil hidden ties between Monaco and the Napoleons this summer
History buffs and curious minds alike are in for a treat this summer as the Grimaldi Forum Monaco lifts the curtain on a captivating new exhibition: Monaco and the Napoleons: Intertwined Destinies. Running from Friday, July 11 to August 31, the...

Monaco Raises the Sails of International Prestige
With an unwavering dedication to excellence in maritime education, the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) has reached a new landmark in its development. Through its La Belle Classe Academy and the Sports Section, the Club has become an accredited Royal...

AS Monaco secure loan signing of Spanish star Ansu Fati
AS Monaco have confirmed the arrival of Spanish international Ansu Fati, who joins the Principality club on loan from FC Barcelona for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The deal includes an option to make the transfer permanent. Fati, regarded as one...

Monaco hold talks with Barcelona’s Marc-André ter Stegen
4AS Monaco have held talks with Barcelona’s Marc-André ter Stegen (33) regarding a move, according to a report from L’Équipe. The Principality club have cast their net far and wide this summer in their search for a new No.1. Monaco’s CEO, Thiago...

July diary: What to do this summer in Monaco?
Just like the temperatures, the Principality’s events calendar promises to be red hot this July. Here’s a round-up of upcoming events. The traditional summer exhibition at the Grimaldi Forum is back, while the OPMC is preparing to perform three...

Italian workers’ association ACLI launches in Monaco
The stunning Équivoque bar overlooking Port Hercules provided the perfect location for the official inauguration of Monaco’s newest cultural organisation on Monday. ACLI – The Association Chrétienne des Travailleurs Italiens – Principauté de...

Ansu Fati joins AS Monaco on loan from FC Barcelona
The 22-year-old Spanish international Ansu Fati has joined AS Monaco on loan from FC Barcelona with an option to buy. Following the official announcement of Paul Pogba’s arrival, it is now Fati’s turn to wear the red and white jersey. AS Monaco...
Barcelona’s Ansu Fati heads to Monaco on loan to revive career
MONACO, July 2 — Barcelona have loaned Spanish forward Ansu Fati to Monaco for a season with an option to buy, the Ligue 1 club confirmed on Tuesday. Fati becomes Monaco’s third summer signing, following England international defender Eric Dier...

Jake Dennis and girlfriend Lexi Grace Boosey soak in Monaco sunset during romantic outing
Image credit: Jake Dennis/Instagram Jake Dennis is back from the 24 Hours of Spa race and chose to spend some quality time with his girlfriend, Lexi Grace Boosey. Before getting busy again with the Berlin E-Prix, he took time out to go sunset...

Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 2025: A race to redefine the future of sustainable yachting
The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge returns from 1st to 5th July with its most ambitious edition yet, where cutting-edge technology, artificial intelligence, and student ingenuity converge in Port Hercule for a week of high-stakes racing and...

Inside Elland Road as Leeds United and Monaco consider cut-price Lyon transfer
Leeds United are still exploring a move for Lyon shot-stopper Lucas Perri. It is understood the Brazilian is on their shortlist of transfer targets as the Whites look to upgrade their goalkeeping department before the big kick-off. Although United...

International artists converge in Monaco for ‘Elevated’ exhibition
The Fusion Art Gallery’s ‘Elevated: The Art of Prestige’ exhibition has transformed Espace 22 into a global showcase, bringing together 33 artists from across continents. Running through to 6th July, the exhibition explores how modern creators are...

Monaco in Figures 2025 reveals robust growth and dynamic economy
The Monaco in Figures 2025 report, released by the Monegasque Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (IMSEE), offers a comprehensive overview of the Principality’s performance in 2024… Often described as the statistical “bible” of Monaco,...

Barcelona’s ‘next Lionel Messi’ was first to inherit his shirt but now joins Paul Pogba and ex-Premier League stars in Monaco revolution
Monaco is usually a place where the rich and successful come to relax, but instead, for Ansu Fati, it's where the hard work truly begins. The Spaniard was once seen as the heir to Lionel Messi's throne, but won't be afforded the royal reception...

Arsenal pursuing move for Monaco midfielder Maghnes Akliouche
22Arsenal are interested in Monaco’s versatile attacking midfielder Maghnes Akliouche (23), according to a report from L’Equipe. Les Monégasques have made no mystery of the fact that the France U21 international is on his way out this summer after...